Sr. Metrology Engineer II

Computer Task; Harrodsburg (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CTG seeks a Sr. Metrology Engineer II in Harrodsburg, KY. The role leads metrology tech transfers from R&D to production, ensuring measurement systems are qualified, reliable, and production-ready.

You’ll provide technical leadership in measurement system development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement across multiple teams. The role requires a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in Metrology or related fields, strong data analysis skills, and travel up to 5% domestically.

Qualifications

• Degree in Metrology, Precision Instruments, Optics, or related field.
• Experience with metrology transfer from R&D to production.
• Strong data analysis and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead metrology projects from concept through production release.
• Develop gauge capability, capacity, lead times, and cost strategies.
• Qualify measurement systems for product characteristics and defects.
• Design and validate test fixtures, methods, and tools.
• Create data reporting, traceability, and operator interfaces.
• Prepare qualification reports and work instructions.
• Train users and provide system support post-deployment.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Drive MSA and governance across plants and contract manufacturers.

Skills

Metrology

Gauge calibration

MSA

Data analysis

MATLAB

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Metrology or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Minitab

Origin

MS Office

Job description

CTG's long-standing Fortune 500 client of over 15 years has a W2 contract assignment for a Sr. Metrology Engineer II.

Type: Contract
Job Title: Sr. Metrology Engineer II
Location: Harrodsburg, KY
Candidates must be able to commute and work onsite in Harrodsburg, KY
Pay Rate: Based on experience
Work Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (40 hours per week)
Education: Bachelor's degree or higher in Metrology, Precision Instruments, Optics, Machine Vision, Physics, Materials Science, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

Description

The Sr. Metrology Engineer II will lead metrology technology transfers from R&D to production, ensuring measurement systems are qualified, reliable, and production-ready. This role provides technical leadership in measurement system development, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement while collaborating with quality, engineering, manufacturing, software, and controls teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead metrology projects from concept through qualification, deployment, and production release.
• Develop strategies for gauge capability, capacity, lead times, and cost.
• Develop and qualify measurement systems for critical product characteristics, including defects, dimensions, weight, optical performance, and mechanical properties.
• Design and validate test methods, fixtures, and tools.
• Develop measurement data reporting, traceability, analysis applications, operator interfaces, and data collection systems.
• Prepare technical documentation, work instructions, and qualification reports.
• Train users and provide technical support for deployed systems.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Drive measurement system analysis (MSA), gauge alignment, standardization, and governance across plants, contract manufacturers, and customer sites.
• Evaluate gauge capability and capacity and implement continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Knowledge of metrology principles, calibration traceability, measurement uncertainty, gauge qualification, and MSA.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience with Minitab or Origin.
• Familiarity with MATLAB or Python, basic statistics, and data analysis.
• Strong problem-solving, technical documentation, reporting, and communication skills.
• Machine vision experience is a plus; test laboratory or glass defect inspection system development experience is preferred.
• Ability to travel domestically approximately 5%, depending on project needs, and work the hours required to meet project deliverables.

Qualifications

• Experience developing, qualifying, troubleshooting, and improving measurement systems.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and transfer metrology technologies from R&D to manufacturing.

Additional Information

• No third-party resumes will be accepted.
• Drug testing and/or other employment-related inquiries may be conducted.
• CTG will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• All interested individuals must be able to work on a W2 tax basis (no C2C or third-party vendors).
• CTG is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• CTG is an E-Verify Company.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, delivers IT and business solutions that enhance clients’ digital agility, empowering them to seize new opportunities and overcome any challenge. Backed by more than 60 years’ experience and a commitment to being a reliable, results-driven partner, we work shoulder to shoulder with clients to shape digital together. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. With more than 9,000 team members in over 15 countries, we combine global expertise with local insight to deliver innovative solutions. We operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries.

Together, we shape what’s next—working shoulder to shoulder to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and society. Our culture is built by the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. At CTG, you’ll find a workplace where you are encouraged to grow, supported in your ambitions, and empowered to shape your own career journey. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.